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Madison – Today, Representative Joy Goeben (R – Hobart) shared the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 502: “I am deeply disappointed by the Governor’s veto of AB 502, a bill that represented years of negotiation and a
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong is attracting support from progressive leaders across the nation, underscoring the importance of Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race and the growing enthusiasm surrounding her campaign to create permanent affordability for working families. This
Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and
Random Lake, WI — Lifelong Kewaskum-area resident Bradley Petersen announced today that he is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 59th Assembly District. He is running to be a strong conservative voice who will defend faith, family, freedom, and
Potosi, WI – John Rindy has formally announced his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 49th District. “I’m running to listen to the concerns of my neighbors, ensure legislative transparency, and protect the interests of everyone in our district,”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced that they will force the Senate to vote again to end the
A Wisconsin ratepayer advocacy group says We Energies’ proposed “very large customer” rate for data centers could shield other customers from cost increases, though it’s calling for several changes to the plan. Citizens Utility Board Executive Director Tom Content yesterday
Fond du Lac, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen released the following statement in response to Representative Jerry O’Connor announcing he will not seek reelection in 2026: “I want to extend my sincere thanks to Representative Jerry O’Connor for his years of
Two-year plan to sustain proven programs, grow high-impact strategies, and target priority populations across Wisconsin The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced its plan for its annual share of $794 million in opioid settlement funds coming to Wisconsin, including
KIMBERLY, WI — Alicia Saunders, a Navy veteran and industrial sanitation worker, announced Thursday that she is running for Wisconsin’s 2nd Assembly District, challenging seven-year incumbent Shae Sortwell. After running in 2024, Saunders says she didn’t step away — she
After a great deal of thought, I have decided to retire from the Wisconsin State Assembly. It has been an honor to represent the people of both the 60th and 59th Assembly Districts. I want to start by thanking my
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WPR reported on Democrats’ massive win in Tuesday night’s Supreme Court election, highlighting how Republicans lost ground in their reliable conservative counties while Democrats increased their margins in their strongholds. Judge Chris Taylor’s win set a record with 84% of
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) joined Governor Evers at his ceremony to sign Assembly Bill 759, granting eligibility to DACA recipients to receive occupational credentials. Sen. Carpenter issued the following statement: “I’m a proud cosponsor of Assembly Bill 759, which
Milwaukee — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) joined Governor Tony Evers in Milwaukee this morning as he signed Assembly Bill 759 (AB 759) into law. Rivera-Wagner was a lead sponsor of the bipartisan legislation, which allows qualified individuals enrolled in
MADISON – Instead of signing a common-sense reform into law, Governor Evers chose to keep unnecessary government red tape in place by vetoing Assembly Bill (AB) 956 on Wednesday. This bill would have exempted certain agricultural warehouses from the requirement to install an
GOP Rep. Rob Brooks, who turns 61 in July, is the ninth member of the Assembly to announce plans to retire or seek higher office.
Washington, DC – Late last week, Trump released his proposed budget, and the contents make one thing clear — in his ideal world, he pays for his reckless agenda by cutting the programs that the American people rely on. Trump’s budget is
Madison – Today, Representative Joy Goeben (R – Hobart) shared the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 502: “I am deeply disappointed by the Governor’s veto of AB 502, a bill that represented years of negotiation and a hard-fought compromise among stakeholders to break long-standing gridlock. “AB 502
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong is attracting support from progressive leaders across the nation, underscoring the importance of Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race and the growing enthusiasm surrounding her campaign to create permanent affordability for working families. This month, Hong has received endorsements from former Ohio State Senator
Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and security of our elections with the signing of the Electoral
Random Lake, WI — Lifelong Kewaskum-area resident Bradley Petersen announced today that he is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 59th Assembly District. He is running to be a strong conservative voice who will defend faith, family, freedom, and the values that make this district the heart of Wisconsin.
Potosi, WI – John Rindy has formally announced his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 49th District. “I’m running to listen to the concerns of my neighbors, ensure legislative transparency, and protect the interests of everyone in our district,” said Rindy. “As your representative, my goal is to amplify
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced that they will force the Senate to vote again to end the war in Iran: “Before President Trump started his illegal and
A Wisconsin ratepayer advocacy group says We Energies’ proposed “very large customer” rate for data centers could shield other customers from cost increases, though it’s calling for several changes to the plan. Citizens Utility Board Executive Director Tom Content yesterday weighed in on the utility company’s proposal during a panel
Fond du Lac, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen released the following statement in response to Representative Jerry O’Connor announcing he will not seek reelection in 2026: “I want to extend my sincere thanks to Representative Jerry O’Connor for his years of dedicated service to the people of Fond du Lac and
Two-year plan to sustain proven programs, grow high-impact strategies, and target priority populations across Wisconsin The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced its plan for its annual share of $794 million in opioid settlement funds coming to Wisconsin, including participating subdivisions. As a result of settlements reached by the
KIMBERLY, WI — Alicia Saunders, a Navy veteran and industrial sanitation worker, announced Thursday that she is running for Wisconsin’s 2nd Assembly District, challenging seven-year incumbent Shae Sortwell. After running in 2024, Saunders says she didn’t step away — she kept working. “I didn’t lose and disappear,” Saunders said. “I
After a great deal of thought, I have decided to retire from the Wisconsin State Assembly. It has been an honor to represent the people of both the 60th and 59th Assembly Districts. I want to start by thanking my wife and family. Public service requires time and sacrifice, and
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WPR reported on Democrats’ massive win in Tuesday night’s Supreme Court election, highlighting how Republicans lost ground in their reliable conservative counties while Democrats increased their margins in their strongholds. Judge Chris Taylor’s win set a record with 84% of the vote in Dane County, defeating Maria Lazar by over
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) joined Governor Evers at his ceremony to sign Assembly Bill 759, granting eligibility to DACA recipients to receive occupational credentials. Sen. Carpenter issued the following statement: “I’m a proud cosponsor of Assembly Bill 759, which Governor Evers has now signed into law. This new law
Milwaukee — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) joined Governor Tony Evers in Milwaukee this morning as he signed Assembly Bill 759 (AB 759) into law. Rivera-Wagner was a lead sponsor of the bipartisan legislation, which allows qualified individuals enrolled in the federal DACA program to obtain professional licenses in Wisconsin.
MADISON – Instead of signing a common-sense reform into law, Governor Evers chose to keep unnecessary government red tape in place by vetoing Assembly Bill (AB) 956 on Wednesday. This bill would have exempted certain agricultural warehouses from the requirement to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. While sprinklers can be a very
GOP Rep. Rob Brooks, who turns 61 in July, is the ninth member of the Assembly to announce plans to retire or seek higher office.
Washington, DC – Late last week, Trump released his proposed budget, and the contents make one thing clear — in his ideal world, he pays for his reckless agenda by cutting the programs that the American people rely on. Trump’s budget is (for the sixth time) calling for billions of dollars to be